Schaeffer Eye Center & Laser Vision Mountain Brook

Practice Overview

Schaeffer Eye Center has been the leader in vision care for more than 25 years. There’s a reason for that…we offer the “Schaeffer Eye Care Experience,” which focuses on Science, Design and You!

Science…
At Schaeffer Eye Center, our doctors and optical staff are highly qualified to give you the best medical assessment available. Our doctors and technicians believe in preserving your vision for a lifetime and that is why Schaeffer Eye Center provides unsurpassed medically oriented eye exams with the latest diagnostic equipment that test for diabetes, glaucoma and other eye diseases.

Are you interested in contact lenses? With so many choices in today’s market it can be confusing to find the right solution for you. At Schaeffer Eye Center we conduct a 33-step contact lens evaluation to determine the right lens for you and provide up-to-date information on proper lens care. We also have a total contact lens center with disposable, extended wear, astigmatism and bifocal options.

Would you like to live without glasses or contacts? At Schaeffer LaserVision we offer the latest in laser refractive surgery. In fact, we helped to pioneer the Lasik procedure in Birmingham. Allow us to provide a free evaluation to determine if you are a good candidate for this procedure.

Design…
Schaefer Eye Center offers the best selection in high-end, designer eyewear. We have exclusive rights to many brands such as Cartier, LA Eyeworks and Chrome Hearts that you cannot find anywhere else in the state. We have the most complete collection of frames which includes Oliver Peoples, Robert Marc, Badgley Mischka, Fred, Tag Heuer, Fendi, Lunor, Gold and Wood, Freudenhaus, Beausoleil, RetroSpecs, Prada, Chanel, Versace and many more.

You want the best style for you and our design minded eyewear consultants will guide you through the decision. They can assist in finding the best style to offer comfort, meet your lifestyle needs and satisfy your fashion sense.

You…
At Schaeffer Eye Center, we understand the frustration caused by confusing insurance plans. Not only do we accept a wide variety of insurance plans, we help you determine the amount of coverage and best use of your benefits. We accept Blue Cross/Blue Shield, United HealthCare, SVP, VCP, VIVA, New Southland, Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Complete, Aetna, AllKids, Medicare Plus, Spectra, Cole Vision, VBA, AARP, OATH and Seniors First.

In addition, we offer a wide range in prices to accommodate every budget. Complete packages (frames and lenses) start as low as $89. At Schaeffer Eye Center YOU get incredible results at affordable prices!

Laser Vision...
Dr. Schaeffer has set the standard for the best patient care and surgical options for Alabama residents for over 20 years. At Schaeffer Laser Vision, quality patient care is the priority at each stage of your patient experience. From the moment you walk in to one of our state-of-the-art surgical centers, our caring staff is prepared to answer any questions you may have about your eyes and your surgery.

At Schaeffer Laser Vision we provide our patients with the absolute best treatment options available; most patients qualify for a relatively new procedure called Custom LASIK. By employing science called wavefront technology, we are able to offer a customized LASIK procedure that can provide patients with their "Personal Best Vision." Custom LASIK at Schaeffer Laser Vision improves the changes of achieving 20/20 vision or better, and patients frequently report improvement in their night vision as well. Many custom LASIK patients enjoy vision exceeding their previous vision with glasses or contact lenses.

Schaeffer Laser Vision continues to be at the forefront of refractive technology, and we stand behind our results. A Lifetime Assurance Plan enables qualified patients to return for free enhancements when indicated.

Office Hours:

Monday - Friday: 8:45am - 6:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm